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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Glasgow Central

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21

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

3hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 00:24

first / last train

2

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Glasgow Central

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Glasgow Central , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Glasgow Central is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Glasgow Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Glasgow Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Glasgow Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:08
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:35
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:53
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:38
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    12:39
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:08
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:04
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:02
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    15:00
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:03
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:38
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    16:39
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:08
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:08
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    18:00
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:08
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    19:17
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:08
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:53
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:08
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    21:12
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:09
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    22:08
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:08
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    23:11
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:53
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    00:08
    Bolton
    Glasgow Central
    Bolton to Glasgow Central

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Glasgow Central Station

Station name Glasgow Central (GLC)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Glasgow Central

The travel time between Bolton and Glasgow Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Glasgow Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton and Glasgow Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Bolton to Glasgow Central

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Glasgow Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bolton and Glasgow Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.